Catherine McFadden

I am the proud owner and manager of The Holistic Way, which I began in 2003, and graduate of McGill University with a B.A. in Sociology and Psychology. Upon completion of my degree, I traveled extensively throughout Asia and credit this magical journey as the genesis for beginning my career as a Yoga instructor and Reiki Master. I have always had a strong desire to help bring a sense of calm, contentment, and balance to the stress and anxiety people in our society face, and started The Holistic Way as a way to help promote a sense of health, happiness, and well being.

When I began a regular Yoga practice I realized Yoga was a key to relaxation, balance, vitality, and a true connection with the inner self. As a teacher, I find much joy in sharing this practice with others and witnessing the positive transformations it brings to people's lives. I lead my classes from the heart, and allow my intuitive and compassionate nature to guide me in giving my students a class that is healing, revitalizing, and strengthening. I strongly encourage developing a connection between the breath and movement as a way to let go, be present, and surrender the deeper healing benefits of the practice.

I am a Reiki Master/Teacher and have practiced the traditional Usui Method since 2002. I love the powerful, yet subtle, warmth and strength of Reiki's healing energy, and take great pleasure in sharing this therapeutic energy with others, both through the treatments I give and the training I lead. To this day, I still marvel at Reiki's ability to soothe and empower individuals and bring healing to any and all physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual ailments. I truly look forward to the day that Reiki has touched every household in the world.

From my love of the therapeutic qualities of both Yoga and Reiki, in 2004, I created Prana Yoga, a one-on-one healing technique that combines the healing touch of Reiki, with the therapeutic benefits of Restorative Yoga. Along with very deep healing, this modality brings about great clarity and release.

I love learning and look forward to a lifetime of continual growth and study. I give much thanks to my teachers and inspirations for all their wisdom and guidance - Xenia Splawinski, Maureen McBride, Cynthia Funk, Jonathan Austman, Hart Lazer, Kathryn Beet, David Swenson, Darby, and Paul Grilley.